Multiple logistic regression analysis with presence of metabolic syndrome as dependent variable
| Significant variables | OR | 95% CI | p Value |
| Age (years) | 4.5 | 2.1 to 9.4 | <0.0001 |
| Hypercholesterolaemia | 1.6 | 1.2 to 2.0 | <0.0001 |
| Overweight | 16.0 | 7.7 to 33.4 | <0.0001 |
| Obesity | 28.5 | 13.2 to 61.3 | <0.0001 |
| Family history of hypertension | 1.8 | 1.4 to 2.4 | <0.0001 |
Non-significant variables: physical activity, socioeconomic status, education, occupation, smoking status and family history of diabetes.